1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 795 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
